I know this device is currently only available in China and not planned for a global release. I had one imported and I have been getting my feet wet with development. How hard is it to extract the kernel and driver blobs from the Chinese Rom and create a Global Rom or Custom Rom? I know I'm asking a bit of a "how long is a piece of string" question here. It's because I don't know what I don't know. I figured I just get the conversation started here in-case anyone else has more input / experience on this subject. As this device isn't too much different than the Mi 10 / 10 Pro models, I've been trying to retrace the footsteps of the development on these devices.
The latest Chinese MIUI 12 Rom for Mi 10 Ultra:
http://bigota.d.miui.com/V12.0.7.0....JCNXM_20200813.0000.00_10.0_cn_2513f349af.tgz
I can see the boot.img and recover.img files within. I know you can extract the kernel from the boot.img file but I'm not great with a hex editor / binary splitter.
There is a thread over on xiaomi.eu discussing the possibility of a Mi 10 Ultra Global Rom from them:
https://xiaomi.eu/community/threads/xiaomi-mi-10-ultra-xiaomi-eu-rom-support.56988/
Xiaomi Mi 10 / 10 Pro unlock bootloader / root:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xiaomi-mi-10/how-to/guide-mi-10-10-pro-root-guide-t4071553
Unofficial TWRP for Mi 10 / 10 Pro:
https://www.xda-developers.com/unofficial-twrp-is-now-available-for-the-xiaomi-mi-10-and-mi-10-pro/
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xi...xperimental-unofficial-twrp-mi-10-10-t4106385
https://github.com/simonsmh/android_device_xiaomi_umi
https://mega.nz/folder/hk0giYJZ#jj3pKafnkhxph5DdWjce1g
I'm with you on this, looking for alternative English rom and the possibility of being able to enable band 20 in the radio chip. I'm sure this has been software disabled, you just wouldn't make a separate chip with no Band 20, it's much cheaper to use a stock chip.
Going to apply for bootloader unlock today, as it looks like there is a waiting period. Done my back ups yesterday, so hopefully bootloader unlocked soon, then wait for twrp and root. I'm no coder but happy to help if I can be of any help.
Developer Options has OEM unlock and the method to use the Mi Unlock Tool to start the waiting period. So the process seems the same as for any other Mi phone I guess I will be starting that off too this weekend!
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I'm with you on this, looking for alternative English rom and the possibility of being able to enable band 20 in the radio chip. I'm sure this has been software disabled, you just wouldn't make a separate chip with no Band 20, it's much cheaper to use a stock chip.
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This makes sense... I don't "know" if it's true but I've definitely seen before this attempted in custom ROMS: stuff like changing the modem config, software solutions. And it is the sister phone to the main Mi 10 line, which does come in Global. So... Here's hoping!
This is pretty interesting. Here in Spain the Band 20 is the only one we're missing, and it would be wonderful if it can be activated.
It would be the perfect phone if it wasn't for this and for the red tint on some 4K videos.
There's a thread on xda about unlocking the band frequencies on qualcomm devices. If anyone could try it would appreciate a lot. :fingers-crossed:
The waiting game begins!
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I ran into a little trouble with the unlock process. Nothing too big, but my sincere advice is log in with your MIUI number, and make sure you can "find your device" on https://i.mi.com/ to get this far
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I'm with you on this, looking for alternative English rom and the possibility of being able to enable band 20 in the radio chip. I'm sure this has been software disabled, you just wouldn't make a separate chip with no Band 20, it's much cheaper to use a stock chip.
Going to apply for bootloader unlock today, as it looks like there is a waiting period. Done my back ups yesterday, so hopefully bootloader unlocked soon, then wait for twrp and root. I'm no coder but happy to help if I can be of any help.
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I too am very interested in seeing if it's possible to get band 20 enabled, that would be awesome. I've looked for threads on this subject, there is one in particular that has a lot of information on it, right here. It seems that a lot of people active different bands in the LTE config file, check with an app that looks at the config file but don't actually check to see if the modem installed in the phone supports those bands and lets the phone connect to them. So I'm cautious, looks to me some people here report false-positives.
Please keep us posted, a combined effort here might shed more light on the possibilities and ways to get there.
EDIT: The phone has the Qualcomm X55 5G modem (source), which does just about every band on 2G, 3G and 4G according to several sites (example). So hardware-wise we might be good.
Defo. I'm keeping a cross several forums but as it's so new, there's not too much happening yet. Shame it's only China that it's released in or there would much quicker work. edit, after having a good read of the articles and posts, flashing or changing modem settings looks promising to open up the closed bands. As others have done this, at least there is some hope. First thing is to get this rooted. Another few days to get this done but I am looking for root, twrp and magisk info for this one.
There's a Telegram Group for Mi 10 that will be used also for Ultra
Maybe there will be more infos there, maybe a unified build
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I too am very interested in seeing if it's possible to get band 20 enabled, that would be awesome. I've looked for threads on this subject, there is one in particular that has a lot of information on it, right here. It seems that a lot of people active different bands in the LTE config file, check with an app that looks at the config file but don't actually check to see if the modem installed in the phone supports those bands and lets the phone connect to them. So I'm cautious, looks to me some people here report false-positives.
Please keep us posted, a combined effort here might shed more light on the possibilities and ways to get there.
EDIT: The phone has the Qualcomm X55 5G modem (source), which does just about every band on 2G, 3G and 4G according to several sites (example). So hardware-wise we might be good.
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It looks to me like the Mi 10 / Pro / Ultra all share most of the same chips:
https://www.techinsights.com/blog/xiaomi-mi-10-teardown-analysis
Makes me wonder if it isn't as easy as adapting one of the existing roms for those devices to run on the Ultra....
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There's a Telegram Group for Mi 10 that will be used also for Ultra
Maybe there will be more infos there, maybe a unified build
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Do you have a link to the Telegram Group?
Just saw this:
https://xiaomi.eu/community/threads/guide-how-to-install-xiaomi-eu-rom-for-xiaomi-mi10-ultra.57259/
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xiaomi-mi-10-ultra/how-to/tried-xiaomi-eu-rom-ultra-t4158149
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The waiting game begins!
I ran into a little trouble with the unlock process. Nothing too big, but my sincere advice is log in with your MIUI number, and make sure you can "find your device" on https://i.mi.com/ to get this far
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Whats this about? Is this the only option to unlock the phone? I am new to Xiaomi having been a Samsung Note user from day 1, and don't understand this process ....
Is there another option for those who are willing to wait? or is this the only way to unlock the phone? I have tried to stay clear of signing up for anything on this device. I get pop-ups often on this phone. An example is in Settings -> VPN. I have my own paid VPN service, yet there is no way to set anything. Press VPN in Settings and I get "Set Lock Screen Password - Set a lock screen password to save your VPN settings" why? I've never had to do this for any device in the past. I don't do passwords, thumb scan, face reco or any of those things. Yet this is the only option? Its terribly intrusive that MY password MUST be stored on the device for MY VPN service, with no other option.
Is this the case with unlocking? No other option?
Thx.
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Whats this about? Is this the only option to unlock the phone? I am new to Xiaomi having been a Samsung Note user from day 1, and don't understand this process ....
Is there another option for those who are willing to wait? or is this the only way to unlock the phone? I have tried to stay clear of signing up for anything on this device. I get pop-ups often on this phone. An example is in Settings -> VPN. I have my own paid VPN service, yet there is no way to set anything. Press VPN in Settings and I get "Set Lock Screen Password - Set a lock screen password to save your VPN settings" why? I've never had to do this for any device in the past. I don't do passwords, thumb scan, face reco or any of those things. Yet this is the only option? Its terribly intrusive that MY password MUST be stored on the device for MY VPN service, with no other option.
Is this the case with unlocking? No other option?
Thx.
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You REALLY should have worked out some of your scenarios before you got the phone. For me and a lot of other people here I guess, the obvious thing to do is see the phone itself now as a temporary project which you will eventually customise to your liking.
Example now, this morning, I've flashed Xiaomi.eu's ROM instead of the stock Chinese image. And you've not even started the unlock countdown yet and had it as long as me? Trust me, nobody posts things "the hard way", if there was another method I'd have mentioned it.
Please take this as friendly advice: you really don't seem like you like your phone. That's OK, anything positive I've said about the Mi 10 Ultra has been with one eye on the future. MIUI is... I can work with it, but I'm looking to wave it goodbye, yknow?
IMO What you WANT to be doing with this is yes, doing the Mi Unlock service TODAY - and next week, several of us will already have had a week in a xiaomi.eu rom. Plenty of us want as close to stock android as possible!
So, with respect, I see you're having issues now, but get on the boat already - start that unlock countdown, and start dreaming of what can be changed about your phone. Much of what you're unhappy about here is strictly software.
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You REALLY should have worked out some of your scenarios before you got the phone. For me and a lot of other people here I guess, the obvious thing to do is see the phone itself now as a temporary project which you will eventually customise to your liking.
Example now, this morning, I've flashed Xiaomi.eu's ROM instead of the stock Chinese image. And you've not even started the unlock countdown yet and had it as long as me? Trust me, nobody posts things "the hard way", if there was another method I'd have mentioned it.
Please take this as friendly advice: you really don't seem like you like your phone. That's OK, anything positive I've said about the Mi 10 Ultra has been with one eye on the future. MIUI is... I can work with it, but I'm looking to wave it goodbye, yknow?
IMO What you WANT to be doing with this is yes, doing the Mi Unlock service TODAY - and next week, several of us will already have had a week in a xiaomi.eu rom. Plenty of us want as close to stock android as possible!
So, with respect, I see you're having issues now, but get on the boat already - start that unlock countdown, and start dreaming of what can be changed about your phone. Much of what you're unhappy about here is strictly software.
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Or you could choose not to reply to my posts if that's not too difficult.
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You mean like you quoted mine with everything but custom ROM development?
A custom ROM would solve all your problems. But yeah, if I'm the bad guy for saying "the best thing you can do for your phone today is start the unlock process" then I can live with who I am.
But if you have a ton of complaints, list them in a reply to me I get a notification about, then you can't wonder why I respond. I thought you relied on notification features yourself?
Similarly, I am also looking forward to custom ROMs (for example, rehabilitation Remix / PE / havoc). I am a Chinese user, and I hope that God can make native ROMs as soon as possible
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The first custom ROM for the Epic is now live! See this thread for details.
So a friend of mine got his hands on one of these, and since he asked me about flashing Gapps into the device, I was wondering if any one of you guys have been doing something just as "epic" for this children's tablet. And yes, I started this thread as a sort-of sequel/follow-up to the VTech Innotab Max thread I posted a year ago.
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TECH SPECS:
Display: 7-inch capacitive touchscreen with TN LCD display
Resolution: 1024x600
Operating System: Based on Android 4.4 (modified, of course)
Processor: Quad-core, 1.3 GHz (reported by CPU-Z as MediaTek MT8127)
Memory: 1GB RAM
Storage: 16GB; 9GB available for /sdcard partition
Micro SD Card Slot: Yes, expandable up to 32GB
Camera - Rear: 2MP
Camera - Front: 2MP
Audio: 3.5mm stereo jack with microphone
Wireless: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.0
Battery Type: Rechargeable lithium-ion
Battery Life: 6+ hours; results will vary based on usage and settings
Port: Micro USB
Sensor(s): Accelerometer
Much to my disappointment, LeapFrog didn't equip the tablet with a GPS module, and despite the potential privacy issues that may arise with including one, it could be legitimately used for certain applications like tracking the device or your son or daughter in case he/she gets lost. The usual backdoor leading to Developer Options is also disabled for some reason, though it can still be accessed through third-party utilities such as this. And maybe it's just my modded Epic, but beaming stuff from another device to an Epic using ShareIT appears to suffer from connection issues, i.e. the device is detected but the sender is unable to connect to it; a workaround for this would be sending a file or two from the Epic and then having the sender do the same from his/her device.
APKs from outside sources can be installed either through ADB or by downloading it on your device and installing as usual, not to mention that there's a semi-hidden feature (tucked away under the Parental Controls panel) that allows for the Amazon AppStore to be loaded. As for rooting, Kingoroot should do the trick from what I've read here, but you can manually install SuperSU on it if you prefer the more established root access app. ADB-wise, the latest debug and fastboot binaries should work on the device from what I can attest.
Oh, and here's a link to the Antutu test results:
http://our.antutu.net/api/?action=v5&act=benchmark&id=54239552
CPU-Z report:
Kernel sources:
Code:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/vo6u4s6b3shjrhb/epic.iso?dl=0
https://github.com/huckleberrypie/android_kernel_quanta_narnia
Mad props to RAMChYLD for volunteering to have the sources mailed to him, as I'm reluctant to have them mail the goods to me no thanks to the rather abysmal postal service here in my place.
Pre-rooted ROM dump courtesy of @epic__fail; This can only be flashed with an unlocked bootloader.
Code:
http://www.needrom.com/download/leapfrog-epic-v1-stock-rom/
Note that while the unsigned ROMs cannot be flashed directly using SP Flash Tool, you can get around this by using the hidden Write Memory option. A quick guide on how to do that can be found on page 12.
Signed ROM dumps. Can be flashed directly using SP Flash Tool v5.1744. Make sure to perform a full backup of the tablet before flashing!
Code:
Epic Academy Edition:
v1.1.95: https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=6006931924117902657
v1.8.160: https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=6006931924117908682
v1.8.804: https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=4349826312261819358
LeapPad Academy:
v1.1.171: https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=4349826312261738402
P.S.: If you're getting a signature error upon flashing, try unticking SEC_RO and then try again.
Official flashable ZIP files:
Code:
Regular:
http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/KOT49H.user.1.0.124.20150709.140831-to-KOT49H.user.1.5.45.20160310.231145.zip
http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/KOT49H.user.1.1.146.20150825.120621-to-KOT49H.user.1.5.45.20160310.231145.zip
http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/KOT49H.user.1.2.90.20150924.150837-to-KOT49H.user.1.5.45.20160310.231145.zip
http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/KOT49H.user.1.3.27.20151026.144847-to-KOT49H.user.1.5.45.20160310.231145.zip
Academy Edition:
Latest Version: "KOT49H.user.1.1.95.20171215.140555"
KOT49H.user.1.1.52.20170522.123745
URL: http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/v2/KOT49H.user.1.1.52.20170522.123745_to_KOT49H.user.1.1.95.20171215.140555.zip
Patch notes: This is an incremental update from KOT49H.user.1.1.52.20170522.123745 to KOT49H.user.1.1.95.20171215.140555
KOT49H.user.1.1.62.20170627.010228
URL: http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/v2/KOT49H.user.1.1.62.20170627.010228_to_KOT49H.user.1.1.95.20171215.140555.zip
Patch notes: This is an incremental update from KOT49H.user.1.1.62.20170627.010228 to KOT49H.user.1.1.95.20171215.140555
KOT49H.user.1.1.64.20170704.010259
URL: http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/v2/KOT49H.user.1.1.64.20170704.010259_to_KOT49H.user.1.1.95.20171215.140555.zip
Patch notes: This is an incremental update from KOT49H.user.1.1.64.20170704.010259 to KOT49H.user.1.1.95.20171215.140555
KOT49H.user.1.1.66.20170712.151925
URL: http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/v2/KOT49H.user.1.1.66.20170712.151925_to_KOT49H.user.1.1.95.20171215.140555.zip
Patch notes: This is an incremental update from KOT49H.user.1.1.66.20170712.151925 to KOT49H.user.1.1.95.20171215.140555
JSON files for the updater:
Regular:
http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/NarniaSystemUpdateVersions1.json
Academy:
http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/NarniaSystemUpdateVersions_epic2.json
LeapPad Academy:
http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/NarniaSystemUpdateVersions_epic3.json
The above ZIPs are incremental patches used to update an existing system to a newer build; I couldn't seem to dig up a full system image, let alone a scatter file, for a bricked or bootlooping Epic to be restored back to factory condition though, but still I'm keeping this as a reference in case any one of you guys is interested in downloading them manually. Apparently "KOT49H.user.1.1.99.20150807.173011" is unique to demo units, hence why there weren't any updates available for my device when I ran the OTA utility.
Demo-to-retail conversion tutorial
A tutorial on how to convert a store demo unit into a fully-functional Epic can be found here:
https://huckleberrypie57.blogspot.com/2018/12/and-i-came-in-for-another-leapfrog-epic.html
Custom ROMs
Unofficial LineageOS 14.1 by mac2612, blakegriplingph and kai2000: https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/development/rom-lineageos-14-1-leapfrog-epic-t4161311
The modifications to the way locale is set means that Bluetooth HID like keyboards can pair but cannot work since it cannot be set to be used for input (the options to change or add keyboard layouts is disabled in the Android settings screen and instead is selected from LeapFrog's own screen which divides the world into 7 regions- US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland and Other. When you pick Other it forces the UK keyboard and locale on you, which is ridiculous since some countries uses varying combinations of either (for example, Philippines uses US English 100%, while Malaysia uses UK English but US Keyboard). However bluetooth does work with A2DP devices.
Yeah, the CPU-Z and AnTuTu benchmark are my doing. I am the friend Blake mentioned. I should add that the device ran the Project Anarchy demo in AnTuTu somewhat well, averaging at 15fps.
MTK's spec sheet mentions that the SoC also has GPS and FM Radio, but I suspect that both are disconnected on the device since Android doesn't detect them.
The option to enable installation of packages from untrusted sources is still in the android security screen in settings tho, and you will be instructed to turn it on as part of the steps to install the Amazon AppStore.
I actually emailed LeapFrog as to whether they can release a tarball to the MTK kernel sources they used, and I'm keeping my fingers crossed but since they had a history of doing so in compliance with the GPL (c.f. the links to Didj/Leapster sources on eLinux provided by none other than LF themselves), I have high hopes for custom ROM development or at least some mods for the device.
Well, my only problem with the device is that the input method and locale selection is locked down and selected by the "Device Locale" screen, instead of allowing the much more granular selection allowed from the Android settings screen itself. I have determined that the same lockdown prevents bluetooth keyboards from pairing properly with the device. Also, several apps defaulted to downloading videos from UK servers instead (ie BabyFirst TV, Fisher-Price Puppy Player and Little People Player) and thus have what I perceive as "wrong voices".
I'm still waiting for LeapFrog's reply concerning the kernel sources, and if all goes well we'll be golden.
Good luck.
Well, drat. Leapfrog's asking me for a mailing address so they can send me the source CDs. Problem is I am wary of the postal servce here at my place, so is there anyone who's willing to get the sources?
So I bought one of these leap pad epics. Got it at toys r us. It was a return so open box. They gave it to me for $70 (they retail for $169.99+tax) because the last person who owned it left their passcode on it. I can't figure out how to get it off. Any ideas??
Hang in there. I've contacted Leapfrog via Facebook and am awaiting a reply.
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Hang in there. I've contacted Leapfrog via Facebook and am awaiting a reply.
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Wouldn't doing the standard factory reset procedure be enough for that (as with those who ended up flinging way too many patterns on their device), or is there anything special that's needed to be done?
Okay, got a reply. Go into the parent screen to bring up the pin entry, then enter 4 1 9. Now, when your cursor is in the last textbox, hit the backspace and enter 2 7. Apparently this is a hidden backdoor that Leapfrog puts into the system for cases like these (ie improper returns).
I've tested it, entering 4 1 2 7 upfront doesn't work. It has to be 4 1 9 <backspace> 2 7.
As for doing a factory reset, well, It's a catch 22 situation- to get into the settings screen, you need to enter the password first - they actually modified the settings app. If you don't have the password, well, you're SOL unless you call Leapfrog support, who will probably give you this code anyway. If the ADB interface is up, you could probably do it from there, but I'm not sure if it is.
Hmm, now I'm wondering if there's someone who's up to doing an SP Flash Tool dump of the device.
Good news: RAMChYLD just got his hands on the source tarball, and as such he gave me a link to the ISO containing the kernel sources, ripped off the disc LeapFrog mailed to him recently:
Said link to the sources can be found on the first post, in case you guys are interested.
Actually, Blake did the bulk of the work, talking to Leapfrog and arranging the CD to be sent to me. But yeah.
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Actually, Blake did the bulk of the work, talking to Leapfrog and arranging the CD to be sent to me. But yeah.
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Yup, pretty much. Though to tell you one thing, I was a bit worried that the sources either wouldn't arrive in time or not at all.
RAMChYLD said:
As for doing a factory reset, well, It's a catch 22 situation- to get into the settings screen, you need to enter the password first - they actually modified the settings app. If you don't have the password, well, you're SOL unless you call Leapfrog support, who will probably give you this code anyway. If the ADB interface is up, you could probably do it from there, but I'm not sure if it is.
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You can factory reset by holding down Power + Volume Up at boot.
Is any one of you guys here interested?
I will be. I'll be buying my son one this weekend.
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I will be. I'll be buying my son one this weekend.
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If you could provide an SP Flash Tool dump of the stock ROM it'll be golden., along with a TWRP/Clockwork recovery image. I really wish that I could get my hands on one, but the local Toys R Us here sells it for like twice the price even though it's just some glorified MediaTek device made with children in mind.
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You can factory reset by holding down Power + Volume Up at boot.
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Does that work? They even went as far as to disable the ability to screenshot with power + volume down until I installed an app to re-enable it.
blakegriplingph said:
If you could provide an SP Flash Tool dump of the stock ROM it'll be golden., along with a TWRP/Clockwork recovery image. I really wish that I could get my hands on one, but the local Toys R Us here sells it for like twice the price even though it's just some glorified MediaTek device made with children in mind.
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+1. The Asian importers for the device are charging way more for it over here than the device sell for in the US. It's going for an insane RM1000 at Toys R Us and Hamleys here. Which imo is ridiculous given that there are vendors selling (malware-laden) Chinese tablets for less than a fifth of that.
Hey guys,
I just checked for updates and I got an update to my 9.0.0.200 to 9.1.0.116
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Adds the display of 3rd party app notification when screen is off! Does than mean it shows up on the always on display screen??
praveen6585 said:
Adds the display of 3rd party app notification when screen is off! Does than mean it shows up on the always on display screen??
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Yes. They all show now
antiochasylum said:
Yes. They all show now
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Seems that Huawei Team is reading this forum very often... because they listen to their users :
- They block the Database Unlock Codes
- They Add the third-party Notifications when Screen is off
- They block the option to Remove Stock launcher by ADB Command starting with 195 Update
- They block the option to Remove the Stock launcher by Package Disabler starting with 200 Update
All of these info's were discussed here and only here. There is no way they could have got this info from any elsewhere rather than xda...
Well done, Huawei... you take the worst from your users, but never take any good opinions to Upgrade... I feel sorry i throw my money on you... I should have stick with Xiaomi...
filip_pine said:
Seems that Huawei Team is reading this forum very often... because they listen to their users :
- They block the Database Unlock Codes
- They Add the third-party Notifications when Screen is off
- They block the option to Remove Stock launcher by ADB Command starting with 195 Update
- They block the option to Remove the Stock launcher by Package Disabler starting with 200 Update
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From what i understand, point 2 is actually a good thing. Points 3 and 4 were always a known issue for the Chinese version and people had just found a loophole to fix it. Anyone not wanting that issue was always advised to go for the international version which works flawlessly with third party launchers from the start. Point 1 was also a known issue and only loopholes were being used.
Bottom line is that Huawei has not sprung any surprises on us. I am more than happy with my international version. The only issue was the AOD was not supporting third party apps so i was using NoLED but with that fixed its all good.
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From what i understand, point 2 is actually a good thing. Points 3 and 4 were always a known issue for the Chinese version and people had just found a loophole to fix it. Anyone not wanting that issue was always advised to go for the international version which works flawlessly with third party launchers from the start. Point 1 was also a known issue and only loopholes were being used.
Bottom line is that Huawei has not sprung any surprises on us. I am more than happy with my international version. The only issue was the AOD was not supporting third party apps so i was using NoLED but with that fixed its all good.
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I am just curious... how it is supposed for the L29 to work flawlessly with third-party Launchers when everyone said that they can't Remove Stock Launcher on L29 ?
Am i missing something here ?
Whatever, what i wanted to said is everything that has been discussed here on XDA they are in direct proportions with the exact feature / or not that Huawei is pushing to our Mate 20 X at the moment...
- We wanted third Party launcher and we found a way to do it : Huawei Disabled any method to remove the Stock Launcher by now !
- We wanted third-party Apps Notifications with the Screen Off : Huawei gives us that !
- We wanted to Unlock Bootloader, we did it somehow... : Huawei stop this now...
- We wanted a more advanced ROM : Huawei give us the ROM much more faster than we thought...
What i'm trying to say here is that, somehow, Huawei is reading XDA a lot in the past time )
filip_pine said:
I am just curious... how it is supposed for the L29 to work flawlessly with third-party Launchers when everyone said that they can't Remove Stock Launcher on L29 ?
Am i missing something here ?
What i'm trying to say here is that, somehow, Huawei is reading XDA a lot in the past time )
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I haven't tried to remove the stock launcher but there is the option to switch to other launchers from the default app selection menu. Attached the screenshot for reference.
Also, i know for a fact that most companies have a dedicated social media team which handles Twitter, Facebook and other posts. Whenever i have a complaint against any service,i usually post on Twitter and get a much quicker response than calling up the help desk. I am sure they are monitoring forums relevant to their products or service as well to get feedback. Might be the same why Huawei
praveen6585 said:
I haven't tried to remove the stock launcher but there is the option to switch to other launchers from the default app selection menu. Attached the screenshot for reference.
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Huh.. that's interesting...What Software version are you running buddy ?
Can anyone with EVR-AL00 can select another Launcher rather that the Stock one ? I am wondering if Huawei did listen to this as well and they offer us the chance to Change to third party Launcher with their new EMUI ...
filip_pine said:
Huh.. that's interesting...What Software version are you running buddy ?
Can anyone with EVR-AL00 can select another Launcher rather that the Stock one ? I am wondering if Huawei did listen to this as well and they offer us the chance to Change to third party Launcher with their new EMUI ...
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Running stock rom .. 9.0.0.192 on EVR L29. This feature was there since the past few updates as well. Like i mentioned earlier, i don't think this is a direct option on the AL00
Soo disappointed
Even with 9.1 update they can't fix the ugly front camera soft image processing
Damn you HUAWEI
Portrait are ****
Faces details are bad with rear too
filip_pine said:
Seems that Huawei Team is reading this forum very often... because they listen to their users :
- They block the Database Unlock Codes
- They Add the third-party Notifications when Screen is off
- They block the option to Remove Stock launcher by ADB Command starting with 195 Update
- They block the option to Remove the Stock launcher by Package Disabler starting with 200 Update
All of these info's were discussed here and only here. There is no way they could have got this info from any elsewhere rather than xda...
Well done, Huawei... you take the worst from your users, but never take any good opinions to Upgrade... I feel sorry i throw my money on you... I should have stick with Xiaomi...
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All these issues have been extensively spoken on other platforms including huawei own forums. Nevertheless this is great news. Only thing Id like to ask is the people above are they outside China has this now been pushed to EU and UK also I'd love to see a image of what the 3rd party notifications look like on AOD screen.
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filip_pine said:
Seems that Huawei Team is reading this forum very often... because they listen to their users :
- They block the Database Unlock Codes
- They Add the third-party Notifications when Screen is off
- They block the option to Remove Stock launcher by ADB Command starting with 195 Update
- They block the option to Remove the Stock launcher by Package Disabler starting with 200 Update
All of these info's were discussed here and only here. There is no way they could have got this info from any elsewhere rather than xda...
Well done, Huawei... you take the worst from your users, but never take any good opinions to Upgrade... I feel sorry i throw my money on you... I should have stick with Xiaomi...
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praveen6585 said:
From what i understand, point 2 is actually a good thing. Points 3 and 4 were always a known issue for the Chinese version and people had just found a loophole to fix it. Anyone not wanting that issue was always advised to go for the international version which works flawlessly with third party launchers from the start. Point 1 was also a known issue and only loopholes were being used.
Bottom line is that Huawei has not sprung any surprises on us. I am more than happy with my international version. The only issue was the AOD was not supporting third party apps so i was using NoLED but with that fixed its all good.
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Agreed.
I'm on LYA-L09 C432e10r1p16 hopefully I'll be getting soon I'm in UK I believe my rom is EU version international not sure I forgot.
I've not had issues with launchers I use Nova and Hyperion, hyperion I feel is best atm
Either way the gpu boost update is good and the best thing for me is the AOD notifications this was a killer for me.
What region are you all from that got the update ?
I'm on LYA L29
I didnt recive nothing
Mine is AL00 nothing yet but fingers crossed
Got my update yesterday for my Mate 20 Pro
Lpuboy87 said:
Got my update yesterday for my Mate 20 Pro
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Even when using power saving
Phone performance is extremely fast and smooth
With this update
rowihel2012 said:
Even when using power saving
Phone performance is extremely fast and smooth
With this update
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so far seems good...the one hiccup i am noticing on my Mate 20 pro, is the fingerprint scanner has trouble recognizing at times and i didnt have this issue before. Most part its ok but sometimes i wont recognize fingerprint and i need to punch in my pin to unlock
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so far seems good...the one hiccup i am noticing on my Mate 20 pro, is the fingerprint scanner has trouble recognizing at times and i didnt have this issue before. Most part its ok but sometimes i wont recognize fingerprint and i need to punch in my pin to unlock
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Do factory reset
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So they cant gave us decent front camera software?
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Do factory reset
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That should clear issue?
I made the title as self descriptive as possible. Im a huge anonimity nerd and i debloated my android to my style (Samsung Galaxy A32 5g) since there was no compatibility for Lineage or /e/OS in it. In doing so, i retain pretty much all i want, however one of the weird functions that doens't work as well as it used to is the GPS. I'm pretty sure what i did was disable an APK that uses the phone reception to track location, since when i enable GPS i can still get my location with amazing accuracy, however it takes several minutes (and i mean SEVERAL) after being turned on to track where i am, and in other apps it does not track at all.
The issue is that im an Uber Eats worker (not exactly, but similar style of work) and resetting the phone to factory would mean to debloat all over again.
So, does anyone knows more or less which APKs specifically interact between location and other apps to know which one to enable again?
Might be easier if you listed what you removed.
Dependencies...
blackhawk said:
Might be easier if you listed what you removed.
Dependencies...
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The issue is that i've removed quite a number of things across several days and didn't realize that my GPS wasn't working snap-fast as it was before very much late.
hahaNSAgoBRRRR said:
The issue is that i've removed quite a number of things across several days and didn't realize that my GPS wasn't working snap-fast as it was before very much late.
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Off the top of my head I no clue which apk(s) do that. The apk names can be misleading.
Many of the smaller apks just sit there unless needed.
Especially on Samsung's you can really screw up functionality by disabling blindly, worse it may net near zero performance/increased battery life.
One reason I use a package disabler is mistakes are easy to correct when experimenting with minimum consequences.
Someone here likely does know so keep trying. If that model has it's own section on XDA, post a thread there.
It may be one of these although likely not the last one...
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Off the top of my head I no clue which apk(s) do that. The apk names can be misleading.
Many of the smaller apks just sit there unless needed.
Especially on Samsung's you can really screw up functionality by disabling blindly, worse it may net near zero performance/increased battery life.
One reason I use a package disabler is mistakes are easy to correct when experimenting with minimum consequences.
Someone here likely does know so keep trying. If that model has it's own section on XDA, post a thread there.
It may be one of these although likely not the last one...
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Afraid it wasn't any of them, but thanks, im gonna look around.
hahaNSAgoBRRRR said:
Afraid it wasn't any of them, but thanks, im gonna look around.
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MDM App might be needed... best to not disable this probably.
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MDM App might be needed... best to not disable this probably.
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Afraid it didn't made a difference. Another weird issue i got however i think this is more of my android config is that after a while with the phone locked whatsapp closes and im not being sent any notifications until i unlock it and open it again. Do you suspect of any apk that need to be on to run the app or what setting could have messed that? I set the phone to never optimize battery and to not turn off data when locked and to not restrict it on whatsapp yet i still randomly open it to find several messages from hours ago that i never got notified for.
Ditch WhatsApp; trashware/malware.
Reload and start from the beginning.
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Ditch WhatsApp; trashware/malware.
Reload and start from the beginning.
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God i wish i could delete whatsapp but i live in one of those countries where everyone and everything uses it.
As for reloading from the start, i've been thinking about it, but it took so much to delete so much bloat that i'd rather first try and see what i could salvage. After all, all the apks that i removed are still existing in the ROM as installers.
Reload, and use this this to at least set it up and determine what's safe to debloat.
If you disabled more than 90 apps, you probably killed more than is needed...
blackhawk said:
Reload, and use this this to at least set it up and determine what's safe to debloat.
If you disabled more than 90 apps, you probably killed more than is needed...
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Oh, dont worry, i use ADB, although next time i should probably keep in a list what i uninstalled.
hahaNSAgoBRRRR said:
Oh, dont worry, i use ADB, although next time i should probably keep in a list what i uninstalled.
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Problem being Samsung's are feature packed and many are useful. After 2 years I'm still exploring my N10+.
If you inadvertently kill a parent app all it's children dependencies go nuts. Some apps serve more functions than you'll ever find listed.
With no way to easily renable them... you have no hope of easily discovering them.
To this day I still update and modify my bloat list to make the device more functional and efficient.
Be careful what you kill... especially if you haven't used Samsung's extensively. I have 2 N10+'s, one running on 9, the other 10. The Q variant literally has dozens of small system apks than the P variant. Both devices behave almost identically. These dozens of small apks allow this. They use almost no resources or battery.
The Q variants battery life is the same or better.
Blocking these apks would serve no purpose and likely screw up the newer N10+. It has about 150 more new packages in the Q variant than the P. I used my imported block list from the AT&T P variant for the non carrier Q variant. I took out a few new ones that were bloatware but the disable head count remains similar between both devices.
So don't go too nuts as Samsung has added many new system apks to tone down and make Android 10 and up UI usable, look nice and prevent lose of functionality
blackhawk said:
Problem being Samsung's are feature packed and many are useful. After 2 years I'm still exploring my N10+.
If you inadvertently kill a parent app all it's children dependencies go nuts. Some apps serve more functions than you'll ever find listed.
With no way to easily renable them... you have no hope of easily discovering them.
To this day I still update and modify my bloat list to make the device more functional and efficient.
Be careful what you kill... especially if you haven't used Samsung's extensively. I have 2 N10+'s, one running on 9, the other 10. The Q variant literally has dozens of small system apks than the P variant. Both devices behave almost identically. These dozens of small apks allow this. They use almost no resources or battery.
The Q variants battery life is the same or better.
Blocking these apks would serve no purpose and likely screw up the newer N10+. It has about 150 more new packages in the Q variant than the P. I used my imported block list from the AT&T P variant for the non carrier Q variant. I took out a few new ones that were bloatware but the disable head count remains similar between both devices.
So don't go too nuts as Samsung has added many new system apks to tone down and make Android 10 and up UI usable, look nice and prevent lose of functionality
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Gotcha, although i've always been one for simplicity and all, to be honest i kinda wish i could just grab a barebones android OS for my phone and modify it from there.
hahaNSAgoBRRRR said:
Gotcha, although i've always been one for simplicity and all, to be honest i kinda wish i could just grab a barebones android OS for my phone and modify it from there.
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Depending on the model and how much support there is, you can, but it's going to be a time eating gravity well.
It's a lot easier to use stock Samsung's and configure them to suit your needs. Samsung probably has the best launcher out there at least on the N10+.
blackhawk said:
Depending on the model and how much support there is, you can, but it's going to be a time eating gravity well.
It's a lot easier to use stock Samsung's and configure them to suit your needs. Samsung probably has the best launcher out there at least on the N10+.
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Guess that's what i get for getting a phone a few months in the market.
hahaNSAgoBRRRR said:
Guess that's what i get for getting a phone a few months in the market.
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Been a bad year for phones and Android.
I spent a -lot- of time dialing in my N10+, but once done it runs great. You need to find the solutions and use work arounds when needed.
Stock Androids are almost impossible to crash. So... play with it.
Just make sure all critical data is redundantly backed up to at least 2 hhds that are physically and electronically isolated from each other and the PC. Do this or eventually you will lose data.
blackhawk said:
Been a bad year for phones and Android.
I spent a -lot- of time dialing in my N10+, but once done it runs great. You need to find the solutions and use work arounds when needed.
Stock Androids are almost impossible to crash. So... play with it.
Just make sure all critical data is redundantly backed up to at least 2 hhds that are physically and electronically isolated from each other and the PC. Do this or eventually you will lose data.
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I trust you on that! Thanks a lot for your help UH60.
Hello XDA folks,
Having web searched myself into a bit of a confused state, just reaching out with a few questions. Many years ago I used to flash phones, however these days a combination of parenthood, a fear of squandering money spent on a device by bricking it, and avoiding the anxiety of the unknown when modifying my device has led me down the 'factory phone' path in recent years. With this mindset I recently (very excitedly!) purchased an AliExpress unlocked Qin F21 Pro, hoping to 'take the easy way out' and be able to install APK's and have a google free device, without having to worry about working out how to flash, root, etc. Here is a snap of the description:
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2. The operating system is Android 11,Multi-language,Can't OTA update)
I just had a few questions that I was unable to form a definitive answer about with my web searching, while I wait on delivery of the phone:
1) I've now come across some posts online that mention that with later updates, APK's can now be installed, when they couldn't in the past. I might be having some buyers remorse as I might have purchased the unlocked model unnecessarily. What part of the unlocking process blocks OTA updates? From what I can tell, there probably isn't a straightforward method to bring the phone back to a state where it can receive OTA updates or manually apply updates such as these?
2) Can anybody (with the latest OTA update) confirm whether the 'keypad backlight not working' issue had been resolved?
3) For unlocked models like these, what would the result of a factory reset be?
Thanks very much for reading, kind regards, Joe.
blackbeltjones said:
Hello XDA folks,
Having web searched myself into a bit of a confused state, just reaching out with a few questions. Many years ago I used to flash phones, however these days a combination of parenthood, a fear of squandering money spent on a device by bricking it, and avoiding the anxiety of the unknown when modifying my device has led me down the 'factory phone' path in recent years. With this mindset I recently (very excitedly!) purchased an AliExpress unlocked Qin F21 Pro, hoping to 'take the easy way out' and be able to install APK's and have a google free device, without having to worry about working out how to flash, root, etc. Here is a snap of the description:
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(1. The product is the Unlocked version,can install software in apk format,but you can’t install Google series software such as Google services,Google play store.
The languages of some countries are not fully translated, and some functions or APP display are in English
2. The operating system is Android 11,Multi-language,Can't OTA update)
I just had a few questions that I was unable to form a definitive answer about with my web searching, while I wait on delivery of the phone:
1) I've now come across some posts online that mention that with later updates, APK's can now be installed, when they couldn't in the past. I might be having some buyers remorse as I might have purchased the unlocked model unnecessarily. What part of the unlocking process blocks OTA updates? From what I can tell, there probably isn't a straightforward method to bring the phone back to a state where it can receive OTA updates or manually apply updates such as these?
2) Can anybody (with the latest OTA update) confirm whether the 'keypad backlight not working' issue had been resolved?
3) For unlocked models like these, what would the result of a factory reset be?
Thanks very much for reading, kind regards, Joe.
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Question 1) OTA updates are regulated and distributed by each individual carrier, SIM/carrier unlocking a device puts the device onto a state of not being dedicated to any specific network so that it can be activated on any compatible network. It is no longer committed to any network, carriers only push OTA updates to their own supported devices that are offered and sold by them, not devices from other networks or devices they didn't offere/sell.
But, you can still update the device, it just won't be via OTA, it's as simple as downloading the newest update for your specific model number and flashing it via your device's specific flashing tool. In your case, it is probably SPflashtool or MTK droidtools.
Question 2) I don't know, I don't have this device.
Question 3) The results of a factory reset would be the same as it would be on any other device, it would remove all data that was not factory installed or flashed in a firmware package.
Droidriven said:
Question 1) OTA updates are regulated and distributed by each individual carrier, SIM/carrier unlocking a device puts the device onto a state of not being dedicated to any specific network so that it can be activated on any compatible network. It is no longer committed to any network, carriers only push OTA updates to their own supported devices that are offered and sold by them, not devices from other networks or devices they didn't offere/sell.
But, you can still update the device, it just won't be via OTA, it's as simple as downloading the newest update for your specific model number and flashing it via your device's specific flashing tool. In your case, it is probably SPflashtool or MTK droidtools.
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Thanks @Droidriven appreciate the answers. My current phone is a Redmi Note 4X which was receiving updates, although it was an Aliexpress purchase. Would that mean that Xiaomi were distributing updates outside of the proper OTA framework that you described, sidestepping the carrier and just going direct to their devices?
I hadn't thought about SIM/carrier unlocking in years, had originally assumed that the 'unlocking' that the seller is referring to might have meant the boot loader.
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Question 2) I don't know, I don't have this device.
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Thanks all the same.
Droidriven said:
Question 3) The results of a factory reset would be the same as it would be on any other device, it would remove all data that was not factory installed or flashed in a firmware package.
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Ok, I was quietly hoping that it would do something like revert the phone back to a locked state where it can receive updates. But like you said earlier, it sounds like a simple process to apply an OTA update manually. I'll do some digging and see if a repository for these OTA updates exists somewhere, with guide and tool. That is - if the bug fixes and/or new features in the updates are actually worth pursuing. Was mainly concerned about the apparent 'no keypad backlight' issue from Question 2.
Much appreciated mate, thanks again
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Thanks @Droidriven appreciate the answers. My current phone is a Redmi Note 4X which was receiving updates, although it was an Aliexpress purchase. Would that mean that Xiaomi were distributing updates outside of the proper OTA framework that you described, sidestepping the carrier and just going direct to their devices?
I hadn't thought about SIM/carrier unlocking in years, had originally assumed that the 'unlocking' that the seller is referring to might have meant the boot loader.
Thanks all the same.
Ok, I was quietly hoping that it would do something like revert the phone back to a locked state where it can receive updates. But like you said earlier, it sounds like a simple process to apply an OTA update manually. I'll do some digging and see if a repository for these OTA updates exists somewhere, with guide and tool. That is - if the bug fixes and/or new features in the updates are actually worth pursuing. Was mainly concerned about the apparent 'no keypad backlight' issue from Question 2.
Much appreciated mate, thanks again
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Redmi could be pushing OTA updates to their international models that are not dedicated to a specific carrier from the factory.
I've had the phone for a about a week and been breaking it in, getting everything set up. Just a quick update to close this thread. After some discussion with the seller on Aliexpress, there was a bit of a language barrier - however they explained that in the case of this particular sale, 'unlocked' meant the ability to install apk's.
Here is a shot of some info from the handset:
An answer to question 2: The keypad backlight is working, and there is a setting to choose how long it stays on for, which is working - If you wake the phone with the middle navigation button, or the top left (Q) or right (back) keys, I have it set to 10 minutes so it's always on when unlocked:
Question 3: According to the seller, apk's can still be isntalled when factory reset, so it looks like the phone won't revert to any unusual states if reset:
my qin f21 pro brick ofter flash please help
my phone 64g
Okay Ive had some time using this phone and came to a conclusion, I don't need root on this phone.
Now of course root gives us the power but I have found some applications and a few workarounds to get the best overall performance on this Pixel 7 Pro.
1.Shizuku apk.
This app is sorta like a su app with of course no system level privileges.
(I use this app for ,Better Internet Tiles,
Carrier Vanity Name and Dar Q ..)
2.Package Disabler apk.
This app can debloat most apps.
3.System UI Turner apk.
This app can enable and disable hidden features within the ROM.
4. My new favorite non rooted app that can lock the CPU frequencies.
Max All CPU (non root) apk.
This app actually works which shocked me.!!
5.Adguard apk.
So basically having a pixel device has been the same experience as my rooted devices running pixel experience roms.
Of course better screen (AMOLED) wireless charging and IP68 rating etc...
In a nut shell one can enjoy this device without root.
Please list applications or adb commands or anything that can improve the overall performance of the pixel without root..
Thanks..
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What you're asking is nearly impossible. You can disable some apps, but installing more will just slow down your device. There are no ADB commands that will "improve performance" either.
Please list applications or adb commands or anything that can improve the overall performance of the pixel without root..
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What you're asking is nearly impossible. You can disable some apps, but installing more will just slow down your device. There are no ADB commands that will "improve performance" either.
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I can't speak to ADB commands (I doubt there's any, i figure OP's asking for "special commands" that gain some special access to change a particular setting), I think what OP is going for is methods/apps like Greenify -- which is debatable because, as I understand it, Android OS does a whole caching or keeping apps in a low background state as to not use up more power & resources to start them back up again; I only ever seen it discussed when users discuss the merits of "closing all apps" (also discussed on iphones) and/or how it is different than "closing programs" in Windows (this might've been a different case on older versions of Android [as I recall finding it necessary to do such methods on my Motorola Droids {1,3,4}])...
But agreed, without root access, what can be done is so limiting that it's hardly going to make a noticeable difference. if anything, one must trust Android OS developers that they're making the most out of resources ("under the hood") and not wasting them...
Interesting!
Debloat via windows cpu using :
(UAD) Universal Android Debloater, works on Android 14 beta 3.1 in case anyone is curious..
I've noticed less battery drain when i uninstalled google calander,vzw.apn.lib, digital wellbeing, YouTube music, Gmail, and few others..
jhjhjhjhjhjh said:
Debloat via windows cpu using :
(UAD) Universal Android Debloater, works on Android 14 beta 3.1 in case anyone is curious..
I've noticed less battery drain when i uninstalled google calander,vzw.apn.lib, digital wellbeing, YouTube music, Gmail, and few others..
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Of course, when u disable more app, more battery gain. But then, what do u use your phone for? (Uninstall calendar, Gmail?)
hungragezone said:
Of course, when u disable more app, more battery gain. But then, what do u use your phone for? (Uninstall calendar, Gmail?)
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i used the browser to check my emails and the preinstalled google calendar requires a sign in just to see the calendar month i don't like that i use another calendar app..
4ADatabase setedit mod that has my pixel 7 pro flying and with no overheating.
Running this mod on android 14 beta 3.1..
I saw this mod in a thread somewhere that works without root just the app.
My cpu clock speeds are now stable and don't fluctuate like I'm used to on a rooted phone that i would max out my cores for best performance
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See my pics.. This phone really needs no root or custom rom
..I need all my banking apps , hold for me and all stock pixel exclusives...
Happy modding without root..
jhjhjhjhjhjh said:
4ADatabase setedit mod that has my pixel 7 pro flying and with no overheating.
Running this mod on android 14 beta 3.1..
I saw this mod in a thread somewhere that works without root just the app.
My cpu clock speeds are now stable and don't fluctuate like I'm used to on a rooted phone that i would max out my cores for best performance
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See my pics.. This phone really needs no root or custom rom
..I need all my banking apps , hold for me and all stock pixel exclusives...
Happy modding without root..View attachment 5939303View attachment 5939305View attachment 5939307
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How about battery life?
jhjhjhjhjhjh said:
4ADatabase setedit mod that has my pixel 7 pro flying and with no overheating.
Running this mod on android 14 beta 3.1..
I saw this mod in a thread somewhere that works without root just the app.
My cpu clock speeds are now stable and don't fluctuate like I'm used to on a rooted phone that i would max out my cores for best performance
.
See my pics.. This phone really needs no root or custom rom
..I need all my banking apps , hold for me and all stock pixel exclusives...
Happy modding without root..View attachment 5939303View attachment 5939305View attachment 5939307
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I really appreciate your informations. Anyway the way you tell everbody "you dont need root" is patronizing. People root for many reasons. And its a lot easier to play around with mods if you have root. I never had problems with root since the first Android Phone.
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How about battery life?
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No noticeable difference.. I spent 3 hours on calls, took some video shots, watched about 1 hour of YouTube, used Android Auto and maps while driving down the coast for about an hour.
Came home about 6 hours later still had %65 left in the can.... Battery life has always been good even on A13..
xtcislove said:
I really appreciate your informations. Anyway the way you tell everbody "you dont need root" is patronizing. People root for many reasons. And its a lot easier to play around with mods if you have root. I never had problems with root since the first Android Phone.
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Patronising. lol
I guess one only reads and gravitates to one subject.
I've been rooting, building, baking roms ,flashing etc..since 2009.. This phone is the only phone that I've owned that I've never rooted ..I repeat 14 years of android modding and this phone makes me not want to root it ..
Why does that bother you?
Don't answer I know why..
Lastly, Those of us who are enlighten know something.
Ill throw one bone for your everyone roots for various reasons post
Theres 5 main factors why one roots per national surveys and repetitions.
1.Bloatware/crapware removal
2.Modders/Devs love to tinker and are just enthusiast..(Love That)
3.Google haters. (Micro G lovers) Some hate the Google advertisement practices, Google is an advertisment company remember that part.
4.Hackers, enough said on that..
5.Ability to customize there device to ones own liking..
Many more but you know that already..
So what have we learned today class?
jhjhjhjhjhjh said:
Patronising. lol
I guess one only reads and gravitates to one subject.
I've been rooting, building, baking roms ,flashing etc..since 2009.. This phone is the only phone that I've owned that I've never rooted ..I repeat 14 years of android modding and this phone makes me not want to root it ..
Why does that bother you?
Don't answer I know why..
Lastly, Those of us who are enlighten know something.
Ill throw one bone for your everyone roots for various reasons post
Theres 5 main factors why one roots per national surveys and repetitions.
1.Bloatware/crapware removal
2.Modders/Devs love to tinker and are just enthusiast..(Love That)
3.Google haters. (Micro G lovers) Some hate the Google advertisement practices, Google is an advertisment company remember that part.
4.Hackers, enough said on that..
5.Ability to customize there device to ones own liking..
Many more but you know that already..
So what have we learned today class?
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"Why does that bother you?" Nothing you mentioned above bothers me, its your attitude.
"Lastly, Those of us who are enlighten know something." -> Attitude
"So what have we learned today class? " That i am right about you and your attitude.
And yes this is highly subjective and just like your tips about not rooting you maybe take a thing out of my critics.
You should put a tutorial together for the devices that are bootloader locked or just do not want to root. Good information here
Enabled (VONR ) Voice Over New Radio=5G
I've read many pixel users say that phone reception is not that good.
Being on Verizon wireless towers i have no dropped calls and calls are super clear with the clear calling option enabled in settings.
This app( pixelIMS.apk ) enables VOLTE, VONR,apn option to add can be enabled although its blocked on spectrum so i still cant edit my apns..and a few other features.
Give credits to the developer of this app on GitHub..
App requires shikuku or root..
NFC works on Beta 14 _3.1
Tested it on a train and made a google pay purchase at the store. Even worked with my bulky case on.